"I am thoroughly impressed by the care that all staff have given my husband. He is very happy there and nothing is too much trouble for all carers and support staff. As a visitor, I and always welcome."
Susan P
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5
What our families say
We score 9.7/10
46 Reviews
Good
28 March 2018
View the report"Mother is staying here in respite care after breaking her lower femur. I have been hugely impressed by the caring concern shown by the staff, almost all of whom seem to be really committed to the cause and genuinely concerned about the patients' welfare. There is a good vibe, good spirit within the home. Maybe the staffing in late evening could be increased - those on duty are heroic. Care is the primary objective."
Geoff S
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.5 out of 5
"Just to summarise the answer to the questions. Everything is as it should be. If it is not, bringing the subject to management attention brings immediate improvement."
Michael
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.92 out of 5
"We had the very best of attention. The staff showed us the utmost kindness and courtesy. The lunch was excellent and superbly presented. I understood there was some Academy tuition as regards to preparation and baking and it was evident."
Michael M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5
"We found our friend dressed and clean at 10.00am. We have, in the past, attended activities with him and we thought they were excellent. The point about treating the residents with dignity, even for our friend who barely conscious most of the time. The staff are all very good on this point."
Hugh S
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5
"As a visitor, I have witnessed very high standards among staff, very helpful and caring towards residents, an ideal environment for residents."
Alan C
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.89 out of 5
"My friend's final weeks were spent in this excellent home. He was cared for to the highest standards in a very pleasant room. The atmosphere of the home was welcoming and pleasant and spotlessly clean. The two head nurses were caring and highly competent, both being readily available in different circumstances. The management of the home was first class and visitors were given every consideration."
Robert B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5
"My mother has settled in extremely well at Queens Court and seems perfectly happy here. She is well looked after, well-fed and enjoys the atmosphere and activities. Whenever I visit, I find her sitting in the communal area and she obviously benefits from contact with the other residents. The staff are always very friendly and helpful."
Sophie M
carehome.co.uk rating: 4 out of 5
"Whenever I visit my Godmother, I get a warm welcome from the staff and tea or coffee and biscuits and cake arrive promptly. Now that my Godmother is unable to see clearly all the staff take this into account and are helpful. Occasionally the hot is not hot which is a shame and the food is very good."
S B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5
"I always think that it is not just one person who is the carer for the day looking after you but to the members of staff also. There is a routine and those foremost that keep my room clean and tidy. Importantly too, there are activities to join. So together with food nicely cooked and presented must make for a care home to be recommended."
P W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.25 out of 5
"We have been very happy with the transfer of our very frail parents to Queens Court. The staff have always been helpful and cheerful. The care has been good and their quality of life has improved."
Susan B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.08 out of 5
"The various times I have visited I have noticed the very good care that my sister and brother-in-law have received from the staff. The residence is kept very clean and tidy and the meals have been excellent. Very good quality of care much to be recommended."
Michael M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5
"I visit once every few weeks to share time with my good friend. Usually, I attend the music therapy day and join him for lunch. I always receive a warm welcome. The staff are friendly and now recognise me. I also talk to them about my friend and they come across as friends and are attentive to his needs and difficulties. In the summer it is nice to sit together in the garden. I always look forward to my visits and enjoy them."
M M
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.92 out of 5
"My mother has been at Queens Court for almost 18 months, and in that time her health has improved considerably, which must be largely attributable to the excellent care on offer. Almost without exception, the staff are friendly, patient and caring, and seem genuinely to enjoy their work. As a result, residents, for the most part, seem happy too. There's plenty going on during the day, and excellent food. My only criticism would be that some rooms are quite small, but there's not a lot the management can do about that."
John F
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5
"The Care Home provides residents with a warm and secure environment in a very dedicated manner. It is well run and individual needs of each resident are attended to with loving care. Meetings are held every three months with the residents, family and friends and relevant staff to discuss any issues in order to improve life in the home. Areas of improvement might include better communication between staff, residents and relatives with regard to management of hospital visits and visits by healthcare professionals, what the responsible person should expect of the care home and what the care home should expect of the responsible person. This might take the form of a leaflet."
Richard O
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.42 out of 5
"As you can see I am extremely satisfied with all aspects of this care home, but in addition, I would like to add that the staff are all very friendly and helpful."
M C
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5
"My mother became a resident in May of this year and she is so happy and settled and embracing her new life and all the wonderful activities on offer. The general manager is excellent and the staff are all incredibly caring and compassionate. The home is very clean and the food is good. The atmosphere is incredibly homely and warm and welcoming. The home was recommended to me and it has certainly lived up to expectation. I feel very lucky to have found such a wonderful place for my mother to live following the death of my father. I would recommend the home without hesitation or reservation."
J B
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5
"My mother has been in the home for 2 1/2 years now. The Manager is excellent. She employs staff who really care about the residents. The food is good, the variety of activities is excellent. In fact, everything about the home is fantastic. I feel very fortunate to have found the home. My mother could not be happier or better looked after."
S M
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5
"A very well run, kind and caring home. My mother needs full-time care and she is beautifully looked after. Very friendly staff and there is a great buzzy feeling about the home. Lots of activities for those who can join in and outings even if you can no longer participate. Everyone is included. Very clean and it has a happy feel."
K C
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5
"As relatives of a former resident, who sadly passed away in February 2017, we were invited back to a memorial service in his memory, along with other residents' family members. It was very carefully planned with the main focus on happy memories. The home manager, priest, music therapist and volunteers all took part. We were impressed with the new refurbishments which had occurred in the past few months."
Fiona B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5
"The reception was welcoming and efficient in helping me settle into the room. Timetable and layout were fully explained. Faulty television was quickly replaced. The room is satisfactory but the en-suite is small for accommodating rollator. Caring and catering staff are friendly and considerate at all times."
John B
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.92 out of 5
"A well-run care home where residents are treated with respect."
A N
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5
"My husband benefitted greatly from Queens Court, after having had 12 weeks in hospital. He improved greatly after 2 days, walked unaided within the zimmer frame. The happy atmosphere created by the carers made such a difference and every helper showed care and empathy for each patient. For every resident to go down to the dining room for lunch and supper makes them feel part of the group and gives a feeling of belonging. Also, the various activities were uplifting, especially the music and art therapies."
Elizabeth B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5
"I visit my mother twice a year. I live in California USA. Each visit I am so very impressed by the caring and helpful staff. The Manager is amazing and her compassion well appreciated. The facility always looks marvellous."
Susan L
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5
"I missed my wife very much, but I was made to feel comfortable and not too lonely, and cared for. I understand that occasionally I have to be away from her to give her a rest. I really enjoyed the food. I spent most of my time sitting in the sun and enjoying the pretty garden. I do not think I took part in any activities, as I am not able to remember. My room was near the entrance so I was happy to be there and I did not feel isolated."
Michael P
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.82 out of 5
"Very friendly welcome from staff. Good service with tea. Clean. Excellent."
Bernard M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5
"I have found the care in Barchester Queens Court Care Home extremely good. The staff are always very pleasant and helpful. Residents are sometimes uncooperative but are still treated with patience and understanding. The food is really very good and is presented in an appetising way. Tea or coffee is offered to visitors whatever time they arrive."
Beryl H
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5
"I've been coming in to visit my parent's friends for almost a year now. The home is always friendly and bright and they're really happy there. They go out on trips and even have birthday teas. They are very well looked after."
K K
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5
"The staff at Queens Court are always polite, helpful and friendly. The room is always clean and well presented. The food is excellent, especially during birthday events."
C R
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5
"I have been visiting Barchester Queens Court for many years now to visit my friend and another resident, now sadly passed. I have always found the staff all very pleasant, helpful and always willing to go an extra mile for the person asking. The restaurant is always a pleasant experience with never a meal not liked. The whole atmosphere at Barchester Queens Court is always friendly, relaxed and enjoyable."
David H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5
"My husband was transferred to Queens Court on 31st October 2016 having been in a home in Beckenham. I had heard of The Barchester Healthcare Group from my sister who's husband had been in a different branch. I am an ex-ward sister and I can not fault this home. The general manager has her finger on the pulse, with extremely high standards of care which passes down throughout the home. My Husband appears to have settled in well and I would certainly recommend this home."
Angela W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5
"Queen's Court is comfortable, well run and well staffed. The manager and all staff are friendly and helpful. Care seems to be very good. My wife who has been there for over 12 months says she is very pleased with the care she receives and she likes her room. The activities for residents seem to be many, well run and appropriate. Frankly I am very happy for my wife at Queen's Court."
John H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5
"There is a homely feel to the nursing home and a modern design and layout, more reminiscent of an upmarket hotel."
Steven
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5
"I have been impressed with the overall service and care offered to my cousin. The staff appear to be well trained and efficient, but more importantly they appear to have time to spend socially with residents. I am also extremely grateful to all the staff for care and friendship offered to me and to my cousins visitors."
Anne A
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5
"My mother has lived at Barchester Queens Court since May 2011. Having suffered a severe stroke she has in fact improved in health since then, largely thanks to the excellent care provided her. Barchester Queens Court is very well run. The staff are always smart and helpful. Many activities are arranged for the residents. All efforts are made to entertain and stimulate them. The home is clean and bright. The meals are beautifully prepared and served."
Jane R
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5
"My cousin was a resident from March 2010 until she died in April 2015. During that time I visited her at least once a week. Since then I have continued to visit and talk to the residents, play or do anything else I can to assist the staff. The staff are very caring and every one is treated with respect and dignity. Nothing is too much trouble for them I would not have any hesitation in recommending Queens Court to anyone."
Janet A
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5
"My husband enjoyed his 2 weeks respite stay at Barchester Queens Court Care Home and was well looked after. I found the standard of care was high and the facilities were excellent. The staff were kind and patient when they took time to get to know my husband's ways. Of course, there are always a few things that don't quite work as well as at home, but from the first visit, everything went smoothly. The dining arrangements were extremely good and my husband enjoyed his meals very much. He also liked being out in the garden, which is small but nicely planted."
Olivia H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5
"My dad came to Queen's Court in April after about 3 months in a residential care home, it was clear he needed nursing care, which Queen's Court provides. I am writing this in late August. It has taken my father a long time to settle in, but the care is good. He has a self-contained room. As I write this, he is doubly-incontinent, and cannot walk without falling over. He has been very enthusiastic about the food from the start - which is elegantly served twice a day in the restaurant. It has taken my father a long time to be able to join in group activities, but he seems increasingly able to do so with encouragement. The staff are kind and thoughtful, even on his not-so-well-behaved days. There is a regular programme of activities, and my father is encouraged to join in. Falls continue to occur, if he attempts to walk. He was successfully assessed for continuing care. I visit my father twice a week."
Hilary Y
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.25 out of 5
"My dear friend became one of your residents in 2013 after ill health and dementia. I had been her hairdresser for many years. After my salon closed, I went to my friends home to carry on caring for her hair and nails. Barchester Queens Court Care Home kindly agreed I could continue and myself and my friends family wanted this as most of my friends family live overseas. Although my friend's dementia is getting worse, she is so well looked after and the staff care for her and all the residents as well, by always doing a lot of different activities and encouraged everyone who wants to join in. I visit many homes as all of my clients are elderly and Barchester Queens Court Care Home is by far the best."
Teresa S
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5
"Staff are welcoming. The care home is clean and bright. My friend is well cared for. The standards of nursing and care is very good. The food is served very well in the dining room and the menu is varied. The food is well cooked. The courtyard and front has flowers. The sitting rooms are well-organised."
Bernice D
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5
"Living in the U.S. and being my sister's only close kin, looking for a nursing/care home from so far away was difficult. My sister was in an assisted living facility but was now unable to care for her deteriorating conditions. As soon as we met with the Queens Court management and saw the home, we were impressed. Since moving my sister into Barchester Queens Court Care Home, I have not had one worry about her getting the best of care and that I made the right choice. This is a huge relief for someone who lives 3,000 miles away."
Anne S
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5
"Excellent care by friendly, committed staff who genuinely care for the residents. The manager is excellent and the standard of the care and staff are exceptional. This is all down to her. The activities are varied and good but I only wish the films shown on a Sunday were more varied."
Sue M
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5
"Every time I visit my Aunt at Queens court I am always impressed by the staff who work there. They are all welcoming and friendly to me and very kind with my Aunt."
J W
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5
"Queens court is a very caring, safe and happy home. My mother has lived there for some time now and I cannot thank the management and staff enough for their attention and care."
Anthony M
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5
"My mum has lived at Queen's Court for nearly two years. It is a lovely place, with very supportive, kind staff. The food is generally excellent. This is how a care home should be."
Sarah
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5
"My wife has been in Queens Court since Friday thirteenth September (sic!) 2015 when she was transferred from another hospital. She suffers from dementia (now in its sixth year) as well as incontinence. I have been very impressed with the care she has consistently and constantly been given during these six months."
Ivor L
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5
"My mother spent a month at the above care home. It was an emergency. Manager came to view my mother at the time living on her own (with a care plan through an agency), my mother was confused incontinent or able to take care of herself and a danger (throwing water over the toaster where the toast caught fire). Nothing but kindness and care throughout her stay at Queens Court wonderful. Mum at 95 this month health improved, gained weight, coherent in speech. Absolutely faultless."
Christine K
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5
"Warmly welcomed for my regular monthly visit, I arrived to find Mum being helped with her lunch, as expected. I waited for her in the garden, to which she was brought out when she had finished eating. The food was, as ever, of a very high standard. The garden was ideal for enjoying on a sunny, summer's day: raised beds at eye level, evidently well cared for, and surrounding trees that Mum commented favourably on, several times during the couple of hours that we sat there. A lot of care has clearly been put into the design and maintenance of the garden. Staff were attentive to us both, without being intrusive, throughout my stay (7 hours in all). Mum is steadily becoming more frail and the team have helpfully adapted her routine, to include earlier meals and a regular rest after lunch, which Mum clearly benefits from. During her rest, I was able to have a relaxed, open, informative and helpful discussion about Mum's current and future health and welfare with the manager."
David M
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5
